Happy New Year!

Happy New Year and La Mulți Ani! Well my time in California has come to an end and after 27 hours of travel I made it back to my home in Romania!  It is so good to be back! I had a very nice and refreshing time in Cali.  I was able to see many friends and family.  I spent the majority of my time with my parents and it was really a special time for me to have with them.  I am sorry for all of the friends that I did not get to see or even talk to when I was in the US.  There were so many people that I had wanted to see, but was not able to.  Being in Cali only once a year I set aside only a short time for running around to see people, as my main priority is to be with my family.  I am thankful for the time I had and for the many memories that were made and the amazing support I received. This past year has been a year of seeing God's hand guide me through good times and hard times.  I have seen Him use so many of you to support me through you prayers, encouraging words and financially.  I am humbled to be able to see how God can provide for all of my needs and how He works in ways I could never imagine.  My trust and faith in Him was stretched and strengthened so much in 2016. This new year my journey will continue with the Discipleship Program and there will also be new things on the horizon, as life is always changing.  I know through all of this though, that God will be there with me, guiding me and providing for me. Thank you for all of you who were a part of blessing me this year.  Thank you for your support and encouragement! I can't wait to see what the Lord has in store for 2017! love rachel